Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
303040

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burch. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 306 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302372



Common Names

  • Narrowleaf Sage
  • Stenophylla Sage
  • Stenophylla-Leaf Sage


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Synonyms

  • Salvia chlorophylla Briq. [unknown]
  • Salvia pallida Dinter [unknown]
  • Salvia xerobia Briq. [unknown]

Description

Salvia stenophylla (also called Narrow-Leaved Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1m tall. It has small, white flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia stenophylla is a perennial plant that is often used in ornamental gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It has been used medicinally to treat digestive problems, headaches, and fever. It is also used as a culinary herb to add flavor to dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia stenophylla has a pink flower, with a seed that is small and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia stenophylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Salvia stenophylla

Salvia stenophylla can be found in the mountains of Mexico.

Salvia stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia stenophylla?

Salvia stenophylla

What is the common name of Salvia stenophylla?

Narrow-Leaf Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia stenophylla?

Dry hillsides, rocky slopes, and open woodlands

Species in the Salvia genus

Salvia absconditiflora, Salvia acuminata, Salvia adenocaulon, Salvia adenophora, Salvia adenophylla, Salvia adiantifolia, Salvia adoxoides, Salvia adulterina, Salvia aegyptiaca, Salvia aequidens, Salvia aequidistans, Salvia aerea, Salvia aethiopis, Salvia africana-lutea, Salvia alamosana, Salvia alariformis, Salvia alata, Salvia albicaulis, Salvia albiflora, Salvia albimaculata, Salvia albocaerulea, Salvia alborosea, Salvia alexeenkoi, Salvia algeriensis, Salvia aliciae, Salvia altissima, Salvia alvajaca, Salvia amethystina, Salvia amissa, Salvia amplexicaulis, Salvia amplicalyx, Salvia amplifrons, Salvia anastomosans, Salvia andreji, Salvia anguicoma, Salvia angulata, Salvia angustiarum, Salvia apiana, Salvia apparicii, Salvia appendiculata, Salvia arabica, Salvia aramiensis, Salvia arborescens, Salvia arbuscula, Salvia arduinervis, Salvia arenaria, Salvia areolata, Salvia areysiana, Salvia argentea, Salvia ariana,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-183924: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William John Burchell (1781-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burch.' in the authors string.